Neoapaloxylon madagascariense
(Drake) Rauschert
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Description
A tree. It grows 5-15 m tall. It loses its leaves during the year. The trunk is 30-50 cm across. The bark is pale grey and smooth. The crown is umbrella shaped. The leaves are compound. They are arranged alternately along the stalk. The leaves have 24-38 narrow leaflets. These can be 1.5 cm long by 3 mm wide. The flowers are cream to white and in clusters.
Edible Uses
The roots are eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows in dry woodland often near ponds and streams. It grows from sea level to 300 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Africa, Madagascar,
Synonyms
Apaloxylon madagascariense Drake
Also Known As
Kolohotro, Kolohoty, Koloty, Sarilaza, Tala, Talamena
References (1)
- Reitveld, S., 2013, The Animals and Plants of the Zazamalala Forest in Western Madagascar. p 91
